A Talker Research survey of 2,000 American parents reveals driving causes more family conflicts than dating or grades. Parents argue with teens about driving 51% of the time, compared to 48% for screen time and 32% for dating. These disagreements happen four times monthly on average, focusing on speed, curfews, and gas usage. Parents spend roughly $6,000 annually supporting teen drivers, including $176 monthly for gas, $206 for insurance, and $158 for maintenance. Despite costs, 93% prioritize safety over expenses. Most parents (63%) favor insurance telematics that monitor teen driving habits, with 35% already using such technology. Common driving rules include no phone use while driving (73%) and location reporting requirements (61%). (Story URL)
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